Michael Johnsen
Newcastle
Summary
Dynamic Senior Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in the accounting field, excelling in financial statement preparation and mentoring junior staff. Proven track record in enhancing client satisfaction and achieving cost reductions through effective budgeting. Strong communicator with advanced Excel skills, dedicated to compliance and fostering business development opportunities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Chartered Accountant
Lambourne Partners
04.2018 - Current
- Assisted in preparing financial statements and reports for client review
- Oversaw the timely completion of quarterly and annual reports for 30+ property syndicates. Including training and assisting junior and other senior staff on best practices and accuracy of reports as well as compliance with accounting standards and regulations
- Served as industry advocate to represent the practice at industry events and organisations to support new business development.
- Achieved cost reduction through meticulous budgeting and expense monitoring, optimising resource allocation.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organisations, opportunities, and networks.
- Supported audits by organising documentation and reconciling accounts
- Maximised client satisfaction by delivering timely and accurate financial reports, addressing concerns promptly.
- Mentored junior accountants, providing guidance on best practices and career development opportunities.
- Gained proficiency in accounting software to streamline data entry processes
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Increased referral rates by forging strong connections with customers and identifying potential business development opportunities.
Junior Accountant
Saywells
02.2015 - 04.2018
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate and timely transactions.
- Reconciled bank statements and financial discrepancies, enhancing overall financial integrity.
- Utilised accounting software for data entry and report generation, improving accuracy of records.
- Prepared bank reconciliations on a monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements for large international company
Education
Chartered Accountancy - Accounting
Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
12-2021
Bachelor - Commerce
University of Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW04-2018
Skills
- Financial statement preparation
- Bank reconciliation
- Fixed asset management
- Internal controls
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Motivated team player
- Strong work ethic
- Effective mentoring of junior staff
- Strong personal skills, particularly in client communication
- Advanced Microsoft Office knowledge and experience - Particularly in Microsoft Excel
Timeline
Senior Chartered Accountant
Lambourne Partners
04.2018 - Current
Junior Accountant
Saywells
02.2015 - 04.2018
Chartered Accountancy - Accounting
Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand
Bachelor - Commerce
University of Newcastle